
More sustainable - close a larger loop
HDPE plastic packaging is an economical, practical and trusted option for storing and shipping products in bulk. And thanks to Invopak these giants of the packaging universe are now available in recycled plastic.
These recycled plastic IBCs and drums can also be recycled after use helping to close the loop on this type of packaging. Recycled packaging offers a range of business benefits, and is a better choice for the environment.
Choose recycled packaging and save money as well as the environment
Governments across the world have introduced legislation to tackle the issue of plastic pollution.
In the UK the most significant change to hit the packaging industry in recent years has been Plastic Packaging Tax. This tax has a current rate of £217.85 per tonne, a rate that is likely to increase again in April.
The increased costs of environmental taxation have meant that there’s a real market-led demand for alternatives to virgin plastic.
“It makes sense to choose recycled plastic from a business perspective as well as an environmental one. Environmental taxes are only ever going to go one way - up, and because plastic packaging tax is based on weight, large, heavy containers incur higher charges. Bringing PCR bulk containers, exempt from the plastic tax to market gives our customers the option to switch to recycled and remove the cost liability of PPT.” Scott Sandilands, CRO Invopak
Industrial quality
Advances in plastic recycling systems have meant that it is now possible for manufacturers to make larger products using recycled polymer.
The HDPE plastic used to make IBCs and barrels is one of the most recycled plastics. It is durable and can be recycled multiple times, whilst retaining its practical properties.
This means that the recycled containers offer the same industrial, UN certified quality as the standard range - the only difference is that they are made of recycled plastic.
Choice can only be a good thing when it comes to packaging, and when the choice includes an option that closes the loop on plastic packaging and is more economical, that’s good news all round.
For more information, please visit www.invopak.co.uk